1987 Oldsmobile Cutlass vs. 1985 Subaru Rex
To start off, 1987 Oldsmobile Cutlass is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Subaru Rex. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Subaru Rex would be higher. At 2,260 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Oldsmobile Cutlass is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Oldsmobile Cutlass (148 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 1985 Subaru Rex. (31 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Oldsmobile Cutlass should accelerate faster than 1985 Subaru Rex. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Oldsmobile Cutlass weights approximately 630 kg more than 1985 Subaru Rex. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1987 Oldsmobile Cutlass (217 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 174 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Subaru Rex. (43 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1987 Oldsmobile Cutlass will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Subaru Rex.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Oldsmobile Cutlass | 1985 Subaru Rex | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Subaru |
| Model | Cutlass | Rex |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2260 cc | 543 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 31 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 43 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1185 kg | 555 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 3250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2260 mm |
